Hooked Navarretia (Navarretia Hamata) is a annual herb in the Polemoniaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Navarretia hamata is a hairy annual herb native to California, known for its spreading or erect stems and a strong skunky scent.

Hooked Navarretia

Hooked Navarretia

Navarretia Hamata

Navarretia hamata is a hairy annual herb native to California, known for its spreading or erect stems and a strong skunky scent.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, well-drained loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hooked Navarretia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Hooked Navarretia
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Taxonomy

Family:Polemoniaceae
Genus:Navarretia